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May 15, 2020

ARC R12 mid-motor touring car kit

Following a couple of teaser images ARC have finally fully unveiled their all-new R12 mid-motor touring car kit. The car was developed with maximising traction, increasing drivetrain efficiency and lowering the overall centre of gravity in mind. The vehicle builds on a newly developed mid-motor double deck chassis construction whose massive yet lightweight mono-block motor mount bulkhead improves centre rigidity while allowing the front and rear to flex independently thanks to the split double deck design. The motor mount also features integrated belt tensioning for reduced belt skip and increased drivetrain longevity. The new mirrored front and rear upper decks allow for independent flex adjustment while brand-new front, centre and rear belt pulleys provide a centralised transmission system for increased stability and handling of the R12. An optional 3.5mm wide belt is available separately for the ultimate in durability even when running the most powerful modified motors. A newly developed mid pulley also allows for swift and easy main gear changes after undoing three screws.

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May 14, 2020

MST FMX 2.0 KMW RWD drift chassis kit – Coming soon

MST have released first images of their forthcoming new FMX 2.0 KMW RWD drift car kit. The vehicle will utilise an inline mid motor setup, fully customisable suspension components, as well as a carbon fibre chassis with twin vertical top deck construction with aluminium bulkheads. So far MST is pretty silent when it comes to features and specifications of the new kit but we bring you more details as they surface.

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May 13, 2020

Team Associated DR10 Green RTR drag race car

Coming soon from Team Associated is their DR10 ready-to-run drag race car in Sublime Green colour. The DR10 is based on the 9-time ROAR Short Course National Championship winning truck and utilises a moulded low-centre-of-gravity chassis, metric hardware, 18 precision ball beatings, a 2.6:1 ratio gearbox with heavy-duty sealed gear differential and externally adjustable slipper clutch as well as an adjustable suspension. Other features include a water-resistant high-power Reedy brushless speed control and 3300kV brushless motor, a 2.4GHz 2-channel radio system, as well as AE’s all-new DVC Dynamic Vehicle Control receiver unit with built-in adjustable digital gyro. Add to that a Reedy metal-gear, digital, high-torque servo and a water-resistant enclosed receiver box. The DR10 is available as ready-to-run package and also in LiPo combo specification including a Reedy Compact Balance Charger and Reedy 7.4V LiPo Battery with T-plug.

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May 8, 2020

Xray RX8’21 1/8th nitro on-road kit

Xray have announced the soon release of their new RX8’21 1/8th scale nitro on-road kit. The IC Track car features several updates compared to the previous version such as a new stealth black design including parts such as the bulkheads and shock absorbers, doing away with the company’s iconic orange anodising. Also part of the package are lightweight bulkheads for improved flex characteristics, while a new chassis layout moves the engine closer to the rear axle for improved traction and stability. In addition a redesigned radio plate allows the chassis to flex more, increasing steering and front end grip. Next up is a new ribbed 2-speed carrier for improved and more consistent shifting thanks to increased cooling capacity while a lightened brake disc adapter reduces rotational masses. The lighter and shorter rear solid axle further reduces rotating masses while expanding the rear width adjustment possibilities.

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May 8, 2020

MST CFX-W J45C trail truck kit

Following a couple of teaser images MST have announced the release of their new CFX-W J45C trail truck kit. The 4WD vehicle features portal axles front and rear for improved ground clearance and climbing performance, a planetary centre gearbox with dual slipper clutch, all-metal transmission gears as well as heavy duty driveshafts. Other features include high-quality all-aluminium shock absorbers, aluminium 4-link suspension, full ball bearings, and a realistic C-channel frame kit. 1.9” wheels and tyres with a realistic tread design as well as the name-giving J45C body shell round out the package.

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May 7, 2020

H2 Racing Development TRF419 FWD conversion

H2 Racing Development have introduced their all-new front-wheel drive conversion kit for the Tamiya TRF419 electric touring car series. The set suits the TRF419X and TRF419XR and also the older TRF419, however the latter needs H2RD’s special bearing kit to make use of it. The conversion kit can be equipped with 416, 419 or 420-style suspension mounts and arms to fit the owner’s personal needs, which includes Tamiya’s new ARS kit for the TRF420. The shorty battery position is widely adaptable, from horizontal or vertical. The chassis set also offers several tweak control possibilities for track surfaces ranging from low-grip asphalt to high-grip carpet and a special design bumper plate allows to install different size weights for optimised front wheel traction control. The kit comes with low profile damper staya which fits the Tamiya big bore or SSBB shocks. Optionally available are standard height shock towers for the use on large high speed tracks. Included in the kit comes a 2.5mm main chassis, 2.0mm upper deck, as well as 3.0mm shock towers and a 3.0mm bumper plate, all machined from Japanese Torayca carbon fibre. Also included comes an adjustable battery mount, alloy servo mount and Japanese-made MBL front belt.

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May 6, 2020

Hong Nor X3 GTSe electric GT kit – Coming soon

Hong Nor have announced their all-new X3 GTSe 1/8th scale electric GT on-road kit via a short video released on social media. The vehicle makes use of a lot of machined aluminium, such as the front, centre, and rear bulkheads that are of an open design with the shock towers and upper deck being machined of carbon fibre. The rear end is decked out with a lower diffusor and an 1/8th IC Track style body mount. Full details will become available soon.

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May 6, 2020

Carten M210 Race 4WD M-class on-road kit

MW RC Cars from Austria have introduced the Carten M210 Race 4WD M-class on-road kit. The vehicle builds on the proven M210 and features several useful optionals such as four aluminium oil-filled shock absorbers, two additional gear differentials as well as a set of aluminium wheel hex adapters. The M210R is limited to 100 kits and it will become available shortly.

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